Make the change to summer tyres
Spring is almost here, which means warmer temperatures that require the right tyres. It’s time to start thinking about swapping your winter tyres for summer tyres.
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Fuzz Townshend’s favourite classic cars from popular culture
A flying car – what’s all this about? That is perhaps what five-year-old me might have said when first confronted by the wonderful ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ featured in the 1968 film of the same name. A film which I went to see five times in one week, three of…
Almost one fifth of van MOT failures are a result of unsafe tyres
Almost one fifth of van and pick-up drivers are overlooking a simple yet critical vehicle maintenance check – and it’s costing them when it comes round to their MOT test.
61% of Drivers could be risking a £10,000 fine with illegal tyre tread depth
Every driver should adopt the simple but crucial habit of checking their tyres regularly. It is recommended that each tyre be checked at least once a month to identify any potential problems before they become serious safety risks.
The importance of wheel balancing and alignment
is vagueness in the steering, despite there being no obvious knocks or apparent free play. Constant correction of the steering due to the car ‘wandering’ from its line of travel. A vibration felt through the steering wheel, perhaps even through the whole car. Any of these issues, individually or in…
How can the cold weather impact my tyres?
With a couple more months for us to manage until British Summer Time arrives, drivers need to understand how the cold weather can impact tyres and the importance of using the correct tyres for the correct season.
Be prepared with Landsail’s winter tyre range
Wetter, colder British winters put stress on summer tyre performance – but Landsail has a great value range of winter tyres to help drivers optimise cold-weather performance.
Potholes damage 1 in 4 tyres, so what should you look out for on your tyres?
In 2025, councils across the UK will receive £1.6 billion in government funding to repair roads and fill potholes. However, this funding isn’t going to solve the problem of Britain’s roads overnight, and drivers must remain vigilant. So, if you are driving and feel any form of tyre impact, here…
A third of UK tyres are worn past the legal limit
With winter upon us, car and tyre checks are more important than ever to ensure a safe and comfortable drive. During winter time comes unpredictable weather and trickier driving conditions, so it’s best to avoid any unnecessary complications where possible.
